Classes

About CYT Classes - Where the fun begins!

Every session (Fall, Winter and Spring) CYT Baton Rouge offers 10-week theater arts classes to children & youth ages 5 – 18. These two hour after-school classes are held once a week. On the final week of classes, students will display a portion of what they've learned by participating in a SHOWCASE for family and friends.

*AGE REQUIREMENT:
- You must be 18 through the entire session to be eligible to take classes and audition.
- You must be in school (elementary, middle or high school). Once you graduate from high school, you are no longer eligible to participate.

Enrolled students, ages 8 – 18, have the opportunity to audition for a CYT Broadway-style musical!

Younger students may serve as ushers at CYT shows, and students ages 14 and up may work on a backstage crew. You must be enrolled in a CYT class in order to be eligible to audition for a show.

*WAITLIST NOTE If the class your child wants to take is full, please email classes@cytbatonrouge.org and request to be put on a waiting list. Waitlists do not guarantee that you'll get in the class, but if an opening is available you must be on the waitlist to get into the class.
How to register for Classes

Details about this Class session


NOTE: Classes are on Monday nights.

Registration for WINTER 2025 Classes opens Oct. 30 at 6pm!

WINTER CLASSES start on Monday, Nov. 11 and run for 10 weeks. Showcase is held on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. 

LOCATION:  Bethany Church: South Campus, 11107 Honore Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

TIMES: We offer two time slots:
Act 1: 4:15-6:30 pm
Act 2: 6:15-8:30 pm

COST:  $210

The Baton Rouge Class Coordinator is Taylor Wingate: classes@cytbatonrouge.org

PLEASE NOTE: The enrollment age is the child's age as of the class start date. Special considerations will be made on an individual basis for students who have birthdays soon after the session starts.
How to register for Classes

Current Classes:

Class: Age: Chapter: Location: Day: Time: Start: End:
4:15 TEEN Acting Challenge: A WICKED Good Time 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 4:15pm - 6:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
4:15 TEEN Improv for All Levels 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 4:15pm - 6:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
4:15 TEEN Musical Theater Dance: Broadway Rhythm 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 4:15pm - 6:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
4:15 The Art of Design: Hair & Makeup 101 (Ages 10-18) 10-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 4:15pm - 6:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
4:15 YOUTH Acting 101: Where Broadway Begins 8-12 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 4:15pm - 6:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
4:15 YOUTH Musical Theater for YOUth! 8-12 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 4:15pm - 6:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
4:45 Our Gang 5-7 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 4:45pm - 6:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 TEEN Acting Challenge: Taking on Tolstoy 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 TEEN Musical Theater Dance: Broadway Rhythm 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 TEEN Shadow Theater 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 TEEN Stomp! 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 TEEN Voice: CYT Glee (BOYS) 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 TEEN Voice: CYT Glee (GIRLS) 13-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 The Art of Design: Hair & Makeup 101 (Ages 10-18) 10-18 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 YOUTH Acting 201: Level Up 8-12 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03
6:15 YOUTH Musical Theater Dance: The Art of Fosse 8-12 Baton Rouge
(Winter 2025)		 Bethany Church South Campus Mon 6:15pm - 8:30pm Nov 11 Feb 03

How to Register for Classes


Set up a Family Account before you register for classes
  1. Click on the "person" icon at top right corner of our website (to right of "DONATE" on any page).
  2. Click on "NEW ACCOUNT" in the pop up window.
  3. Fill out the information required, with the parent's info first.
  4. To add a child to the account, click on the +Family Member button.
If you are already have a Family Account, then (while logged in) follow these steps:

Register for Classes
  1. Go to the "Classes" page
  2. First select your "Student's Age"
  3. Click on the Class Name of your choice
  4. Click on the "Register Now" button
  5. Select the family member that will be in the class
  6. You will now have an option to sign up for audition times. Auditions are not required.
  7. If you don't sign up now, you will have that option later in your family account
If you need more information about auditioning and show requirements, please see our "Info Hub" page.

Refund & Late Fee Policy


Refund Policy

  $25    Processing fee on all refunds prior to first day of class or camp.
 
  $20    Additional fee for refunds requested within two weeks of first day of class or camp.
(Please note that we hire our teachers based on enrollment, and if students withdraw within two weeks before classes start CYT still has to pay the teachers that were hired.)
 
  No refunds after the first day of class.
 
  No class tuition refunds for students who audition for a show.
 
Late Fees

  $25    Late registration fee is applied one week before classes start, so please register as early as possible.


 

Current Teachers:

Allyson Ardoin

Allyson is 19 years old and has been doing musical theater for the last 5 years. She is so excited to be a part of her 2nd CCT production, her first being The Hunchback Of Notre Dame. She hopes you enjoy Newsies as much as she has enjoyed being a part of it! Deuteronomy 3:22

Alyssa Bourque

Alyssa Bourque is a dancer, singer, teacher, and theater lover! As a CYT alumni, she has shared the CYT stage many times and had the opportunity to return as a performer in CCT's debut show, Godspell. Alyssa has a BFA in dance, and is currently raising her son, Judah, and dancing as often as she can! She loves to throw pottery and rock climb with her husband.

Aubri Mackiewicz

Aubri Mackiewicz is thrilled to return to the CYT family, this time as a teacher! She was part of CYT Baton Rouge’s very first production, Pocahontas, and spent three wonderful years performing and dancing on the CYT stage. Now a 20-year-old cosmetologist, Aubri brings her creative energy into her work every day, helping clients feel their best through hair and style. She’s excited to combine her love for theater and cosmetology in this new role, where she hopes to inspire and guide students as they explore their own talents.

Caegan Wales

I’ve grown up in theatre my entire life, playing multiple ensemble and principal dancer roles. In high school, I was blessed with the opportunity to play The Beast, Jack Kelly, and Tarzan. I love singing, acting, and just performing in general. Robbie Vinson is a close friend of mine, and recommended i try out for shows here!!!

Chanler Landon 1

Chanler is a CYT alumni and currently performs with CCT. Some of Chanler’s favorites shows she has performed in include Sound of Music (Maria), Tuck Everlasting (Dancer), Hunchback of Notre Dame (Esmeralda), and Newsies (Katherine). She is overjoyed to be able to be teaching something she loves, with the people she loves, serving the One she loves. She has done musical theatre for 7 years and hopes to share and extend this passion with others. Let’s tell a story!!!

Christy Mackiewicz

Christy Mackiewicz is a business owner of a salon and spa, licensed educator, and licensed esthetician. She is excited to return to teaching the hair and makeup class at CYT. Her experience with CYT includes instructing hair and make up classes, set design, and also having the opportunity of directing Annie Jr. With over 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, Christy combines her passion for education with her expertise to inspire her students. Her desire is to reshape the culture of beauty by defining it for it truly is - within. She looks forward to sharing her knowledge and skills, helping aspiring students build confidence and creativity in their craft.

Donna Iverstine

Donna love theater and has worked with various theaters in many ways. She has directed CCT's Godspell, as well as CYT’s Lion King, Jr., Tuck Everlasting, Tarzan, Peter Pan, Shrek the Musical, Mary Poppins, and Beauty & the Beast. She also serves as a CYT instructor teaching Acting, Dance, Improv, ASL, Stunts/Combat, etc. She is the Improv Team coach. For her day job, Donna is an acting and improv coach which she enjoys seeing actors and dancers, young and old, grow in their God-given talents and giftings. Donna has performed with various theater groups and companies, and she currently serves as director for Timbrel Dance Company.

Jeff Elliott

With a background in Industrial Design, Graphic Design, and 3D Animation, Jeff’s largest role at CYT has been creating sets and working backstage during CYT productions. Over the years his involvement has expanded to include assistant directing High School Musical, directing Rapunzel, and performing in the CCT production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame. He has been truly blessed to work with this talented team and these amazing kids to bring you this exciting show. Mary Poppins holds a very special place in his heart and many cherished memories for his family. His prayer is that God will be glorified and you will be blessed by this performance.

Leigh Ann Landon

This is Leigh Ann Landon’s second stage production with CCT- the first being last summer’s production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Leigh Ann loves to work with CYT students as a teacher in voice and music classes and was the Music Director for the Winter 2024 CYT production of Anastasia. Leigh Ann would love to thank the directors for letting her be a part of such an amazingly talented cast and her Father in Heaven for allowing the blessing of CYT/CCT into her life.

Mandy Louviere

As a former stage manager and skilled technical hand in the Opera/Musical Theatre Department at Southeastern Louisiana University, Mandy has a true passion for theatre. Mandy also enjoys homesteading adventures with her husband of 20 years, David, and their 4 children as well as bringing creative visions to life whether in baking, crafting or event planning in her church and community. Mandy is overjoyed to be on staff with CYT Baton Rouge as Show Coordinator.

Olivia Bergeron

Olivia is a 22 year old wedding and event videographer who is also a long time CYT alumni! Between the years of 2016 and 2021, she participated in CYT classes as well as starred in 6 musical productions including The Sound of Music as Baroness Schraeder and The Lion King as Shenzi. Nowadays, she performs with CCT where she adores sharing the stage with her friends (new and old!). Her more recent credits include a Gypsy in The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Tommy Boy in Newsies. Olivia’s love for theater runs almost as deep as her love for her Heavenly Father, whom she strives to glorify in all that she does!

Rebekah Rainey

A passionate storyteller, Rebekah received her B.A. in Theatre from LSU. She is an energetic acting coach and loves helping kids develop their potential. She has directed several shows for CYT, most recently Anastasia. Some of her favorite past acting credits include Godspell (Disciple), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Narrator), and Shrek The Musical (Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy). Most days you can find Rebekah at a local coffee shop, listening to music and working for CYT! She is grateful to the Lord for this unique creative community.

Tristian Sholar

Tristian is ecstatic to be teaching another session of CYT acting classes! Tristian has been active in theatre in his community for 10 years and cannot wait to share his experience and love of theatre with another class. His stage credits include CCT'S Hunchback of Notre Dame (Quasimodo) Newsies (Crutchie), and ACT'S West Side Story (Tony) Lets create some art!